The Pre-Service Teacher Education Branch of DIET Jagatsinghpur is committed to fostering the professional and personal growth of teacher trainees, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute effectively to primary education. This department emphasizes both academic excellence and holistic development through diverse activities and facilities.

Key Features and Activities:
1. Organizing Quality Training: To deliver well-structured and quality pre-service training programs for teacher trainees, focusing on contemporary teaching strategies for primary education.
2. Child-Centered Methodologies: To inculcate child-centered teaching approaches, emphasizing active learning and inclusive education practices.
3. Guidance and Counseling Services: To provide psychological guidance and counseling, supporting the mental well-being and emotional resilience of trainees.
4. Resource Maintenance: To manage and utilize facilities like science labs, art education materials, work experience equipment, and physical education resources for hands-on learning experiences.
5. Internship Programmes: To facilitate internships in primary schools, providing real-time teaching practice and classroom management skills.
6. Excursions and Field Trips: To organize educational excursions and field trips related to curriculum areas, promoting experiential learning and cultural awareness.
7. Promoting Sports and Physical Activities: To encourage participation in sports, yoga, and physical education, fostering physical fitness and teamwork among trainees.
8. Co-Curricular Activities: To conduct debates, seminars, quizzes, essay writing, dance, music, and other co-curricular competitions, enhancing creativity and critical thinking.
9. Health and Wellness Education: To promote health education initiatives, focusing on hygiene, nutrition, and mental well-being.
10. Excelling in Extracurricular Engagement: To encourage participation in extracurricular activities, nurturing creativity, leadership, and collaboration among trainees.

This branch ensures that teacher trainees are equipped with not only pedagogical skills but also the life skills needed to inspire young learners. By integrating academic, cultural, and sports activities, the department strives to produce educators who can contribute to the holistic development of their students.